Figurative Language
“The classroom was a zoo” is an example of this type of figurative language.
This type of figurative language can also be extended throughout an entire literary piece.
Metaphor - A comparison without using like or as.
Extended Metaphor - A metaphor consistently reiterated throughout the story.
What is a univeral theme?
An overarching theme that everyone/most people can relate to or understand regardless of cultural or other barriers.
What has branches but no fruit or leaves?
A bank
or the government.
What is the best process of going through each question on your exam?
Process of elimination - Get yourself down to at least a 50/50.
What does the word groveling mean as used in paragraph 17:
...And maybe I’ll just get down on my black knees ... [He does so, RUTH and BENNIE and MAMA watch him in frozen horror.] “Captain, Mistuh, Bossman — [groveling and grinning and wringing his hands in profoundly anguished imitation of the slow-witted movie stereotype]
- To act in a demeaning manner.
- To put yourself down purposefully.
- To degrade yourself through action.
The quality of being open to one or more interpretations, or when elements of a story are left up to interpretation, or when elements of a story are deliberately vague.
Ambiguity.
"MAMA: There is always something left to love. And if you ain’t learned that you ain’t learned nothing. [looking at her] Have you cried for that boy today? I don’t mean for yourself and for the family ‘cause we
lost the money. I mean for him; what he been through and what it done to him."
What universal theme(s) best represent this passage?
- Individuals are deserving of love, even if they are at a difficult point in their lives.
- Emotional resiliency goes a long way in supporting others.
Instagram reels or TikTok.
Tiktok.
If a question asks you to read one specific line from a passage given, what should you at least read in order to receive the full context in order to answer the question?
At least read the lines that come before and after the one mentioned.
"What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore—And then run?
What is the best definition of the word deferred as used in this quote?
- To delay or postpone something.
- To put something off for later.
These phrases are examples of what type of figurative language?
Hyperbole - A hyperbole is an extreme exaggeration, but the proper term is hyperbole.
I wasn't until I encountered that student, usually so firm in his goals, but never making an effort to achieve them, studying in the library all week for our upcoming Biology test that I finally began to sympathize with him.
What universal theme(s) best represent this passage?
- Actions speak louder than words.
- Actions are more impactful than empty words or promises.
- It is the effort you make that matters and has influences; you cannot simply get a goal and not make effort towards it.
How many different tacos are listed on the Taco Bell menu site?
(The group closest to the number gets the points.)
13.
There are typically three types of answer options you will see on your exams. The correct answer that is detailed and addresses all points, an answer choice that is way off from correct, and...
An answer choice that is deliberately meant to trick you - Make sure to read all answer choices carefully, even if you think one is correct.
"He was reluctant to speak due to fear of judgement from his father."
What is the best meaning of the word reluctant as used in this quote?
- Hesitant to say something.
- Holding back / withholding statements.
After some time, one by one, the family members began to leave the home. The old, cracked clock sat silent on the wall.
What figurative language is this an example of?
Symbolism - The clock symbolizes that the family's time of togetherness has come to an end.
“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.” — The Great Gatsby.
What universal theme(s) best represent this passage?
- The past is inescapable.
- Memories of the past are difficult to forget.
- You can fight as you might to move forward, but there's bound to be something that holds you back.
What is the toughest gemstone in the world?
Diamond.
What are the two types of nonfiction passages you are likely to see on your exam?
Historical speeches and essays, and biology.
"When asked about her stance on the world's current events, she spoke with absolute conviction: standing up, straightening her back, and raising her chin..."
What does the word conviction best mean as used in this quote?
- Strength and confidence.
- Resiliency.
"WALTER: See—that's the old stuff. You and that boy was here today. You all want everybody to carry a flag and a spear and sing some marching songs, huh? You wanna spend your life looking into things and trying to find the right and wrong part, huh?"
What figurative language is used in this selection from Raisin in the Sun?
Hyperbole - Walter is exaggerating the opinions of those he is arguing against.
Sarcasm is a form of irony, however, this is not the prominent figurative language shown here.
“Real courage is when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway…” — To Kill a Mockingbird.
What universal theme(s) best represent this passage?
- To be courageous is to persevere despite any obstacles in your way.
- Courage comes from within or is self-motivated.
- Even if you think you're set for failure, you should never quit.
Two men are in a desert. They both have backpacks on. One of the guys is dead. The guy who is alive has his backpack open and the guy who is dead has his backpack closed. What is in the dead man’s backpack?
A parachute.
What is the most important thing you can do for yourself on testing day?
Use the strategies and knowledge you learned this year... to try your best!
“His obstinate refusal to compromise prolonged the conflict."
What does obstinate best mean according to the passage?
- To adamantly refuse to do something.
- To be headstrong and stand your ground, even if others try to persuade you.
- To act stubbornly in refusal to change your opinion.